In love and in danger : a teen's guide to breaking free of abusive relationships, Barrie Levy

Describes the experiences of teens who have had abusive dating relationships and gives advice on how to end the cycle of abuse and forge healthy and loving, violence-free relationships. This accessible book shows teens how to identify abusive relationships -- emotional, physical, and sexual -- and how to leave them. The author provides facts about dating violence, the differences between healthy and addictive love, resources for help, and more

Describes the experiences of teens who have had abusive dating relationships and gives advice on how to end the cycle of abuse and forge healthy and loving, violence-free relationships. This accessible book shows teens how to identify abusive relationships -- emotional, physical, and sexual -- and how to leave them. The author provides facts about dating violence, the differences between healthy and addictive love, resources for help, and more

Cataloging source

KRL

Dewey number

362.88

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary form

non fiction

Nature of contents

bibliography

Target audience

adolescent

In love and in danger : a teen's guide to breaking free of abusive relationships, Barrie Levy

Label

In love and in danger : a teen's guide to breaking free of abusive relationships, Barrie Levy

TABLE OF CONTENTS -- Speaking out -- Facts about dating violence -- What is dating violence? -- How can you tell if your relationship is abusive? -- Patterns of love, violence, and fear -- Why do guys abuse their girlfriends? -- Romantic, nurturing, and addictive love -- The scars caused by dating violence -- Healing from abuse -- Break up or stay? -- What can you do if you are being abused? -- What can you do if you are abusive? -- What can you do if your friend is in an abusive relationship? -- You can have a healthy relationship -- Advice for parents -- Safety planning -- Your safety plan worksheet